Levocabastine Hydrochloride

**Semantic type:** Pharmacologic Substance

**Definition:** The hydrochloride salt form of levocabastine, a synthetic piperidine derivative with antihistaminic properties. Levocabastine is a second generation histamine-1 receptor antagonist. When applied locally to the eye as a topical solution, this agent reduces itching, rhinorrhea, and symptoms of allergic rhinitis or conjunctivitis.

**Synonyms:** - 4-Piperidinecarboxylic Acid, 1-(4-cyano-4-(4-fluorophenyl)cyclohexyl)-3-methyl-4-phenyl-, Monohydrochloride,(-)-(1(cis)3alpha,4beta)- - LEVOCABASTINE HYDROCHLORIDE - Livostin - R 50,547